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Technology Gifts stories - Page 255

The demand for technology gifts is significantly increasing as we begin to rely on new innovations. According to the Consumer Technology Association, 74% of U.S. adults plan to buy at least one tech gift this year, highlighting that it is one of the most prominent types of gift that is given.

Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
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Android App Review: Stick Hero
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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Stick Hero is one of those games that took a single, simple idea and executed it well, and the end result is so much better than most other game apps.
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No-mobile-phone-phobia worldwide epidemic
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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Nomophobia, the fear of being without a mobile phone, affects 66 million globally, with experts warning of its social and mental health impacts.
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Developer Interview: Ready at Dawn talks about The Order: 1886
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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the order: 1886
TechDay had the opportunity to interview two developers from Ready at Dawn to talk more about The Order: 1886. Game Director, Dana Jan and Tech Direct.
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Magic Memories, theme-park snappers, lure Silicon Valley funds with ‘R&D by M&A’ strategy
Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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Magic Memories, which built a $50 million global business taking photographs at tourist attractions and theme parks, has sped its growth by buying.
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Film review: Fifty Shades of Great?
Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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Not quite. My first thoughts when embarking on a cinema experience with Fifty Shades of Grey were that it would be Fifty shades of crap.
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Porn no longer scammers' favourite bait
Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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email security
As Valentine scams surge, Bitdefender warns of a new trend: the decline of adult-themed lures, with scammers opting for varied deceitful tricks.
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9 apps to help you survive Valentine’s Day
Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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Dodge the Valentine's Day blues with 9 savvy apps for lovebirds and singles alike – from flirty games to solo adventures.
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Tech gifts for your partner on Valentine's Day
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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If you are lucky enough not to be single, Valentine's Day this weekend is the perfect time to celebrate the love you have for your significant other.
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Sky go after online sports fanatics with Fan Pass
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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Us Kiwis are almost as mad about sports as we are about our TVs, and this hasn’t exactly escaped the attentions of the clever folks at Sky TV.
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Sony releases 'affordable' Xperia E4, says battery lasts two days
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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Sony Mobile has released the Xperia E4 smartphone, saying two stand-out features are the price and battery performance.
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Kiwi consumers urged to stay vigilant amid online threats
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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cybersecurity
Despite decreases of online threats, New Zealanders are being urged to take a vigilant approach to cybersecurity this year.
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While you were sleeping: Greek talks continue
Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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Equities moved lower as investors remained focused on an outcome of Greek efforts to renegotiate the deals of its bailout which puts the euro at ri.
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Star Wars Rebels coming to Minecraft
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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Minecraft and Star Wars Rebels unite! Players can now join the force for £3.10, with 23 new character skins available on Xbox.
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Would you like a sex toy with that?
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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With the release of Fifty Shades of Grey in New Zealand this week, sex toy retailers and DIY stores are bracing for a surge in demand ahead of Valentine’s Day.
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Get techie this Valentine’s Day
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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It's not all about flowers and choccies. Tech gifts are far more exciting to give your loved one (or yourself, from your cat).
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Win a double pass to Chappie!
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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From the directors of District 9 comes Chappie; set in the near future, crime is patrolled by an oppressive mechanised police force.
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Samsung hits back, kind of, against big brother claims
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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Voice data is ‘only given to a third party voice-to-text conversion provider during a requested voice command search'.
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PS4 online multiplayer free for everyone this weekend
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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Sony gifts PS4 gamers a free multiplayer weekend with bonus Share Play access and PlayStation Plus titles like Injustice.
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Creepy big brother Samsung listening to your every word
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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digital entertainment
Creepy big brother strikes again with Samsung’s new Smart TV privacy policy, allowing the company to listen in on everything you say.
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Apple iOS 8.3 beta features CarPlay, emoji and verification updates
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Apple's iOS 8.3 beta unveils CarPlay tech, revamped emoji selector, and improved security with Google two-step verification.